Assistant Copyeditor
Library Specialist II
Position #9
Minimum Salary $28,143


The Publications and Educational Services Branch of the Library of
Virginia is seeking an experienced copyeditor with responsibility for
fact-checking, reviewing, and copyediting Library publications,
including books, newsletters, exhibition labels, catalogs, pamphlets,
and on-line text, to assure textual integrity, factual accuracy, and
grammatical correctness according to the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th
edition, and the Library of Virginia style sheet; to coordinate
production work with graphic designer and typesetters, review and
correct proofs accurately and on schedule, and do illustration research
and procure rights and permissions.

Masters degree in U.S. History, American Studies, Applied (or Public)
History, English, Library Science, or related field preferred; writing,
editing, or publication experience required; excellent research skills
essential; familiarity with desktop publishing systems and production
software preferred. Candidate must pass a security background check. 

The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment
and is seeking individuals who value this approach. To apply, candidates
must submit a completed Virginia Employment Application form for
position #9 to Jacquie O'Connor in the Human Resources Office, Library
of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Phone
804-692-3586/ FAX 804-692-3587. Virginia Employment Application forms
are available online at http://jobs.state.va.us/eo_appl.htm. Please
visit the Library's website at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/. 


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